… GreenBiz? CSRD, the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive. It quickly became clear that the biggest focus of GreenBiz would be on compliance and disclosures. Navigating such … and within the environmental health & safety function.” Nick Page (YSE/SOM ‘25) also echoed that the heavy focus on reporting didn’t leave much room to discuss real environmental … and collaboration that define this vibrant community. As we move forward, we carry the lessons learned, the connections made, and a renewed sense of purpose. We look forward to …
… against climate impacts," said Stuart DeCew, Executive Director at CBEY . "In order to do that, we must listen to and share the expertise and imagination of the generations of people … report discusses, food companies, investors, multinational institutions and governments are making pledges to invest billions of dollars in regenerative agriculture. Yet in the midst … ocean farming and “surf-to-turf” practices, the report examines opportunities to build a bridge between land- and sea-based food systems and, in doing so, enhance the …
… winners of the 2023 Sobotka Seed Prize for Sustainable Ventures. CBEY supports students in building sustainable businesses that are solving some of our planet’s biggest problems. A huge part of this has been via the … and losses. Thank you to our judges The CBEY team is very grateful for the team of judges that participated in this process. Some of the judges included: Adrian Horotan (MEM '10) is …
… their novel electrochemical reactor. Carbon Loop is interested in decarbonizing sectors that are challenging to electrify, such as aviation, shipping, and petrochemicals, by … water treatment. The company seeks to destroy organic contaminants in water byproducts that accompany oil production. Effective & Sustainable Healthcare Matthew Andersen (Yale … members of Laister, a Bangledash-focused startup developing a small-scale portable digester that converts household waste into cooking fuel and fertilizer. By producing cooking fuel at …
… to teach cutting-edge courses, invite leading practitioners to headline conferences, and build state-of-the-art buildings to facilitate dynamic discoveries and host coveted … we took this opportunity to reassess the needs of the 2050 Fellows and reimagined a program that - if executed as intended - could prepare ourselves and our classmates to address the … and the cultural trend of isolation. For us leaders of the 2050 Fellows, the greatest lesson in leadership we could share with our colleagues was connection. Even though …
… passports. Digital product passports are essentially digital twins of physical items that enable supply chain transparency. Panel speaker, Mesbah Sabur, is the founder of … benefits (such as waste and carbon emissions reductions, improved customer experience, and cost savings). For example, city governments can support an uptick in reuse. Reuse Seattle … paper pulp. However, over time contamination increases, and properties are degraded - making it harder to meet technical specifications (such as food or medical-grade plastics). …
… Prize was created in 2008 and awards $25,000 to a promising student business venture that advances environmental sustainability. As part of Startup Yale, the Sustainable Venture … David Sozanski (YC '23), and Julian Rubinfien (YC '23). Their research focuses on making mass-market chemicals from sugar instead of oil. Their goal is to supplant … David Sozanski (YC '23), and Julian Rubinfien (YC '23). Their research focuses on making mass-market chemicals from sugar instead of oil. Their goal is to supplant …
… campus. You may be wondering, what even is sustainable fashion? It’s a hard question, one that the conference tried to cover and one I reckon with every day. For me, a sustainable … fashion industry is one that tracks the sources of materials and the labor that goes into making our garments. The fashion industry currently is the 2nd leading industry consuming … like those of the Rana Plaza disaster. A sustainable industry would ideally consume less water and pay workers better wages, I believe this needs to be accomplished at the …
… within ourselves (whatever our position), in our team and through to the system we operate in and want to improve. It breaks down traditional notions of leadership rooted in hierarchy, and replaces them with a framework that is rooted in connection - to the things you value most, and to the world around you. … at Yale. Peter’s course stands out in that the principles can be useful to anyone, regardless of their specific career or life stage. If you’re navigating a challenge and need a …
… ‘19) and Russell Heller (YC, ‘19) almost decided not to submit their winning application. “That afternoon, we had a phone call and we were not going to turn it in because we had seen … get rid of single-use plastics and where can there be a non-petrochemical alternative? By making their EcoRain Ponchos out of plant material, they are not just displacing traditional … to the funding cycle? “I think my advice would be that sometimes you might just have less confidence than you should.” You can find more information about the Sabin Sustainable …